How To Fix FI995 - Active item & could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 995

• Message text: Active item & could not be saved

What causes this issue?

Data base error

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You cannot use Cash Budget Management. Get details from the error log
and contact the hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI995 - Active item & could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message FI995, which states "Active item & could not be saved," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts payable or accounts receivable. This error indicates that there is an issue with saving a financial document due to an active item that is preventing the transaction from being completed.
  Causes:
  
  Open Items: The most common cause is that there are open items in the system that need to be cleared or processed before the new transaction can be saved.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to save may be in a status that does not allow for saving, such as being locked or in a pending state.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being entered, such as incorrect account numbers, missing mandatory fields, or invalid entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, leading to a failure in saving the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the transaction from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Clear Open Items: Check for any open items related to the account or transaction you are trying to save. Clear or process these items as necessary.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the document you are working with is in a status that allows for saving. If it is locked, you may need to unlock it or wait until it is available.
  Validate Data: Double-check all the data entered in the transaction for accuracy. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly and that there are no invalid entries.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to perform the transaction. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be affecting the transaction processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FI995 error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.